franphil Chapter 426 Understanding Each Other
Chapter 426 Understanding Each Other
Chapter 426 Understanding Each Other
Your eyes look like...you want to use me to steal something behind the Charness Gate.
Xia Er didn't think Klein was being particularly kind to him. Hmm... wait a minute, he fed Klein's sister. Could this guy be trying to get revenge by feeding Hazel instead?
It's best if not, because Jacob on Hazel is a cannibal, especially since Klein is capable of acquiring the Gou family's Sequence 5 for collection.
Klein also quickly glanced over the group, including Senator Macht and his companions. Senator Macht was wearing an olive-green army officer's uniform with several medals on his chest, which was in accordance with Ruen's social customs. Ms. Liana was wearing a yellow, collarless long dress, which, as a married woman, generously revealed her neck and half of her shoulder.
"Little Maynard"... Why is this guy always wearing the priest's robes of the Church of the Night?
Against the backdrop of darkness, adorned with a deep red robe, and with a holy emblem resembling stars surrounding the moon, paired with a face as serene as the night, he was a force to be reckoned with in this setting, especially since everyone else was dressed in brightly colored formal attire while he alone wore a clergyman's robe.
What's most heartbreaking is that although Klein was once a Night Watcher, he never wore the robes of a clergyman, and the Tingen Night Watcher squad was never issued uniforms. They were guardians, pitiful creatures, and scavengers.
"I look forward to seeing you here, Mr. Dawn Dantes."
What was a very ordinary greeting from Xia Er sounded like something out of a "you're so pretentious" to Klein.
He's seen what kind of person "Little Maynard" is before, and now he's putting on such an approachable act, it's really like... the demeanor of a clergyman, a local bishop.
This relationship upgrade is really fast!
Also, this is the Mach family's house. The social etiquette I learned is that the male host should make small talk first, and then greet the female host. I haven't even given them the gift I brought yet!
"Hehe, I'm sorry you had to see this, Mr. Dantès."
Congressman Macht didn't seem to mind; he accepted Klein's gift and handed it to his personal servant.
"Our young master can be a bit childish sometimes."
Lady Liana gently took Chael's arm and whispered to him, emphasizing the importance of etiquette and manners.
"Etiquette is in the heart, not in the form. If it were a gentleman I didn't know, I would quietly agree with him."
"Mr. Dantès is different. Although he has only been in Backlund for a short time, I feel a sense of familiarity with him. Perhaps it is the guidance of the goddess. Sometimes I can't help but suspect that he is even more devout than I am."
While Xia Er smoothed over any impoliteness with his exceptional affability, Hazel glanced at Klein on the other side. The girl thought that Xia Er must be someone special to take the initiative to greet him, but this guy just looked like a slightly overweight, older man.
Well... at most, he can be considered wealthy, and he's quite generous with his money.
Hazel added in her mind.
What about etiquette? What about the procedure? Should we greet them first, then give a hand kiss, and then put the item inside?
Klein felt that he had fed Paige all the aristocratic etiquette he had painstakingly learned.
Fortunately, Hazel thoughtfully helped to make amends, leading Klein into the main banquet hall. To paraphrase Miss Justice, Hazel had a strong sense of ownership.
After Klein went inside, Xia'er was greeted by Megos and Melissa, who arrived together. Both ladies were wearing rather ordinary blue dresses, and the Macht couple, who were clearly already familiar with them, warmly welcomed them.
Megos was very calm, clearly used to such social occasions. Melissa, though somewhat uncomfortable, still responded politely. She didn't actually want to come to this couple who had been kind to her, but she couldn't refuse Hazel's invitation, especially with Megos accompanying her.
"I personally reviewed the food served at the dinner."
"You two can look forward to it."
Xia Er brought up the two issues that girls cared about most: food.
As for dancing, neither of them was very interested.
When Klein saw Melissa, his feelings were... somewhat complicated.
The good news is that his sister has become friends with Congressman Macht's daughter. The bad news is that this was probably introduced by Congressman Maynard's youngest son. Klein himself is not afraid of this treacherous and shadowy social circle, but he really doesn't want Melissa to come into contact with it.
"Thank you all for attending this ball. First, let us praise the gods, the source of all goodness."
Member of Parliament Macht raised a glass to start the event from the second floor.
"Praise the stability of the kingdom."
Lady Liana continued.
"Praise be to the Goddess for her love and care."
Chael lifted the wine glass with two fingers, swirling the wine in a crimson moon shape as if showing off his skills.
Not a drop was spilled.
"Praise...to all good deeds and justice."
Hazel, recalling her heroic deeds, also raised her glass.
All the guests responded enthusiastically. They also knew one thing: since Congressman Macht had invited Xiaer and Hazel to the stage at this private gathering, it meant that the Macht and Maynard families really intended to form a marriage alliance.
Klein could also see this, which made him feel a sense of disconnect for a moment.
After all, he had never thought about this kind of thing, but all the acquaintances of his generation he knew had finished their blind dates and started the preparatory process, which made him feel rather desolate.
Immediately afterwards, Congressman Macht took Mrs. Liana's hand and led her down to the lobby on the first floor, where they danced the opening dance to a soft melody.
Chael followed closely behind, holding Hazel's hand. Facing the somewhat shy but determined girl who insisted on looking up at him, he bowed slightly and gave a respectful greeting.
Hazel's surprise almost overflowed from her eyes. She lifted her skirt and returned the gesture with a slight bow, her eyes revealing a hint of excitement and secret joy.
This was indeed a pleasant surprise, and it was a natural thing for Xia'er to do, so she did not refuse.
He couldn't find a clear reason to refuse, and the identity of Young Maynard was also a good fit for Hazel.
If it's suitable, then accept it.
It was just a fleeting romance, a chance to enjoy genuine human affection.
As for Audrey... let's talk about that when he wants to cheat.
As for Fors... he definitely doesn't want to get married, and he's too lazy to marry her; he'd easily fatten her up.
Many people witnessed this scene in the audience. The most envious one was Megos. She had every reason to be dissatisfied in any way, but she also felt a little happy for Chael and Hazel. She wrapped her arms around Melissa's waist, wanting to soothe her feelings by dancing.
Although Megoss felt that she was the first to arrive, and now she could only watch as Chael and Hazel exchanged feelings, she was not too disappointed or afraid. After all, the Maynard family had given her a lifetime employment contract, and she was a member of the Maynard family, which would not change.
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